Canada Imposes 25% Tariffs on $30 Billion of US Imports in Response to Trump

In retaliation against Trump’s tariffs, Canada has imposed a 25% tax on $30 billion worth of U.S. imports, as announced by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on March 4, 2025. This immediate measure follows President Donald Trump’s announcement the previous day (March 3, 2025) imposing a 25% tariff on imports from Mexico and Canada. Trudeau described the move as ‘completely foolish,’ emphasizing that there is no justification or need for such tariffs today. The Canadian government plans to challenge the U.S. measures through the World Trade Organization and the US-Mexico-Canada trade agreement. If the U.S. tariffs persist, Canada will impose additional 25% tariffs on $124 billion worth of American products within 21 days, according to Trudeau. He warned Canadians of tough times ahead and assured support measures for businesses and workers. Trudeau accused Trump of attempting to ‘destroy the Canadian economy’ before discussing annexation, questioning the possibility of negotiations with the U.S. He criticized Trump’s claim about fentanyl as entirely false and unjustified.